IMO: 9228356
Jewel of the Seas
Technical specifications, historical timeline, and comprehensive venue inventory.
The Blueprint
- Ship Class
- Radiance-class
- Gross Tonnage (GT)
- 90,090
- Length (FT / M)
- 961 / 293
- Beam (FT / M)
- 106 / 32.2
- Decks (Passenger / Total)
- 12 / 13
- Shipyard
- Meyer Werft, Papenburg, Germany
- Registry
- Bahamas
- Godparent(s)
- Kathy Mellor
- LNG Powered
- No
- Build Cost
- $350,000,000
Timeline & Evolution
Inaugural Sail Year
2004
Major Refurbishments
2016
2024
Significant Changes
- 2016: A multi-million-pound revitalization refreshed staterooms and public spaces and added the Centrum aerial-performance venue, the diner-style Park Cafe, and additional specialty dining.
- 2024: A three-week dry dock at Brest, France, delivered technical maintenance and updates across guest areas marking the ship's twentieth year in service.
Registry & Build Record
- IMO Number
- 9228356
- MMSI
- 311583000
- Call Sign
- C6FW9
- Classification Society
- DNV
- Hull / Yard Number
- S.658
- Maiden Voyage
- 8 May 2004
- Maximum Draft
- 8.1 m (26.6 ft)
- Maximum Beam
- 39.8 m (130.6 ft)
Capacity & Space
- Double Occupancy
- 2,106
- Maximum Capacity
- 2,501
- Total Crew
- 859
- Passenger-to-Crew Ratio
- 2.45:1
- Space Ratio
- 42.78
Onboard Inventory
- Swimming Pools
- 3
- Hot Tubs / Whirlpools
- 3
- Bars & Lounges
- 14
- Complimentary Dining Venues
- 4
- Specialty Dining Venues
- 3
- À la Carte Dining
- 1
- Elevators
- 9*
* Unofficial count — the cruise line publishes no official total for this figure.
Power & Propulsion
- Propulsion
- Gas turbine-electric with azimuthing pods
- Fuel Type
- Marine gas oil
- Azipod Units
- 2
- Installed Power
- 59 MW (79,120 hp)
- Propulsion Power
- 40 MW (53,641 hp)
- Maximum Speed
- 25 Knots
- Engine Configuration
- 2x GE LM2500+ gas turbine generators + 1x steam turbine generator (COGES)
Logistics
- Cruising Speed
- 24 Knots
- Medical Center
- Deck 2
Elevator Banks
Forward
Decks 2-12
Midship
Decks 2-13
Aft
Decks 2-12
Designated Smoking Zones
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Casino Royale designated smoking sectioncasinoLocation: Deck 6, MidshipSmoking is permitted in a designated section of the casino for guests who are playing.
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Designated outdoor deck areaoutdoorLocation: Open deck, one side of the shipSmoking is permitted only in a designated outdoor area on one side of an open deck.
Cabin Summary
Total: 1,072
Solo Configured: 3
ADA Compliant: 19
- Suites
- 61
- Balcony
- 529
- Oceanview
- 241
- Inside
- 241
The Apex Suite
Royal Suite
950 SQ FT
The ship's grandest address, a one-bedroom suite with a private balcony, a separate bedroom, an additional room with bunk beds, a baby grand piano, and a media center with surround sound.
Stateroom Taxonomy
Suites
- Royal Suite1
- Owner's Suite5
- Two-Bedroom Grand Suite3
- Grand Suite15
- Junior Suite36
- Two-Bedroom Oceanview Suite1
Balcony
- Balcony Stateroom529
Oceanview
- Ultra-Spacious Family Oceanview7
- Oceanview Stateroom234
Inside
- Interior Stateroom238
- Studio Interior Single3
Features & Amenities
Family & Youth
- Kids Club
- Teen Club
- Mini Golf
- Sports Court
Adults & Wellness
- Adults Only Area
- Spa
- Thermal Suite
- Casino
Entertainment & Culture
- Production Theater
- Art Gallery
- Library
- Observation Lounge
Thrills & Active
- Climbing Wall
Expedition & Marine
- Tender-Port Capable
Signature Experiences
Self-leveling billiard tables
fleet first
Over three acres of glass
unique
The Centrum vertical theater
unique
Rock Climbing Wall
top-deck attraction
Mini Golf
top-deck attraction
Sports Court
top-deck attraction
Golf Simulator
top-deck attraction
Outdoor Movie Screen
top-deck attraction
Ship-Specific Highlights
- The Centrum — a nine-deck glass atrium that becomes a vertical stage for nightly aerial acrobatics
- Solarium — an adults-only indoor-outdoor retreat with a retractable glass-roof pool
- Rock Climbing Wall — a 40-foot signature climbing wall on the aft funnel with ocean views
- Vitality at Sea Spa & Fitness — a two-level wellness complex with spa, salon, and gym
- Adventure Ocean — Royal Caribbean's youth program with age-grouped clubs and a teen disco
Venues
Complimentary Dining
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Tides Main Dining Roommain_dining_roomLocation: Deck 4-5, MidshipTwo-level main dining room serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with floor-to-ceiling windows.
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Windjammer CafebuffetLocation: Deck 11, AftCasual self-service buffet with indoor and outdoor seating and themed evening cuisines.
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Park Cafedeli_grab_and_goLocation: Deck 6, Midship$ extrasDiner-style grab-and-go spot for sandwiches, salads, and soups.
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Solarium PizzeriapizzeriaLocation: Deck 11, MidshipComplimentary walk-up pizza counter serving the adults-only Solarium.
Specialty Dining
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Chops GrillesteakhouseLocation: Deck 6, MidshipSignature American steakhouse with juicy steaks and fresh seafood.
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Giovanni's TableitalianLocation: Deck 6, MidshipFamily-style Italian trattoria inspired by the flavors of Tuscany.
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IzumiasianLocation: Deck 13Japanese cuisine featuring sushi, sashimi, and ishi-yaki hot-rock plates.
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Chef's Tablechefs_tableLocation: Deck 6Intimate wine-paired tasting dinner hosted as an exclusive culinary event.
À la Carte Dining
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Cafe Latte-tudescoffee_barLocation: Deck 6, MidshipSpecialty-coffee cafe serving espresso drinks and sweets morning to night.
Bars & Nightlife
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Lobby Barlobby_barLocation: Deck 4Centrum atrium lobby bar
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Schooner Barpiano_barLocation: Deck 6Nautical piano bar
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The Pit StopbarLocation: Deck 6Casual bar
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Vintageswine_barLocation: Deck 6Wine bar
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The Congo BarbarLocation: Deck 6Themed bar
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Zanzibar LoungeloungeLocation: Deck 6Lounge
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The Safari ClubnightclubLocation: Deck 6Nightclub/lounge
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Pool Barpool_barLocation: Deck 11Main pool-deck bar
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Solarium Barpool_barLocation: Deck 11Adults-only Solarium bar
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Sky Baroutdoor_barLocation: Deck 12Outdoor sports-deck bar
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Viking Crown Loungeobservation_loungeLocation: Deck 13Signature glass observation lounge
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Vortex NightclubnightclubLocation: Deck 13Nightclub
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Crown Lounge (Diamond Club)loyalty_loungeLocation: Deck 13Diamond/Pinnacle loyalty lounge with bar (exclusive)
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Concierge Club / Suite Loungesuite_lounge_barLocation: Deck 13Suite & Concierge lounge with bar (exclusive)
Pools & Aquatics
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Main Pooloutdoor_poolLocation: Deck 11, MidshipFreshwater outdoor pool with a poolside stage and expansive sun deck.
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Solariumindoor_poolLocation: Deck 11, MidshipAdults-only retreat with a retractable glass-roof pool, cascading waterfalls, and a whirlpool.
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Adventure Beach Poolkids_poolLocation: Deck 11Children's splash/wading pool area
Active Recreation
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Rock Climbing Wallclimbing_wallLocation: Deck 13, AftOutdoor climbing wall on the aft funnel with three routes and panoramic ocean views.
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Mini Golfmini_golfLocation: Deck 12Miniature golf course on the sports deck.
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Sports Courtsports_courtLocation: Deck 12Full-size multi-use court for basketball, volleyball, and pickleball.
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Golf Simulatorgolf_simulatorLocation: Deck 12, AftIndoor simulator with a choice of three 18-hole golf courses.
Entertainment Venues
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Coral Theatermain_theaterLocation: Deck 5, Forward19,253 SQ FTThree-deck main theater staging Broadway-style production shows; seats 870.
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CinemacinemaLocation: Deck 6Small screening room seating 44.
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Outdoor Movie Screenpoolside_screenLocation: Deck 11, MidshipPoolside screen showing films and live sports above the main pool.
Casino
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Casino RoyalecasinoLocation: Deck 6, MidshipFull casino with table games and slot machines; seats 258.
Spa & Fitness
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Vitality at Sea SpaspaLocation: Deck 11-12Two-level spa offering massages, facials, and salon services.
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Fitness CentergymLocation: Deck 11Complimentary gym with cardio and weight equipment and a separate aerobics room.
Youth & Teen
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Adventure Beachsplash_areaLocation: Deck 12, AftFamily splash zone with a children's water slide.
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Adventure Oceankids_clubLocation: Deck 12, AftYouth program with rooms for Aquanauts, Explorers, and Voyagers age groups.
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Optix Teen Clubteen_clubLocation: Deck 12, AftTeen disco and hangout for ages 12-17.
Retail & Shopping
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Art Galleryart_galleryLocation: Deck 11Gallery of original artworks hosting onboard art auctions.
Leisure & Public Spaces
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The CentrumatriumLocation: Decks 4-12, MidshipNine-deck glass-walled atrium and social hub, transformed nightly into a vertical stage for aerial performances.
Data Provenance
Last Verified: 2026-06-22